YOUR ANKENY EYECARE EXPERT
With deep roots in Ankeny, IA, Dr. Jesse Kahnk created Prairie View to bring a truly local, personalized approach to eyecare—but in a modern and upscale environment. Located at The District at Prairie Trail, the office is in the perfect location to offer convenient, flexible hours for patients as well as partner with organizations to give back to the community. We are happy to have been named the 2024 CommunityVotes Platinum Award Winners for Optometrist, Eyeglasses, and Contact Lenses in Ankeny.
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OVER 200 5-star reviews
With hundreds of amazing reviews on Google, here’s why people are saying they love their experience with Dr. Jesse Kanhk and Prairie View Eyecare.
Friendly and professional staff
Dr. Jesse Kahnk’s expertise
Modern facilities and equipment
Wide selection of eyewear
Great experience for families
Clear communication
Personalized care
Convenient location and hours
I grew up in this town, so I want this business to feel like a part of the local community and have that small-town local doctor feel.
—Dr. Jesse Kahnk
Dr. Jesse Kahnk, OD
Dr. Kahnk has practiced optometry in Ankeny since 2013. In 2022, he opened Prairie View Eyecare fulfilling a childhood dream of owning a practice in his hometown. He lives in Ankeny with his wife, Megan, and their two daughters, Quinn and Sloane. Dr. Kahnk enjoys playing basketball, golf, and ice hockey.
Education
The Ohio State University College of Optometry, 2013
University of Northern Iowa, 2008
Ankeny High School, 2004
Awards and Certifications
2013 William Feinbloom and Ohio State Low Vision Award Winner
2012 Ohio Optometric Association Senior Student of the Year
Certification in advanced contact lens designs (examples: Scleral Lens, Orthokeratology)
Certification in dry eye treatment and therapy
Certifications to fit scleral lens from Bausch + Lomb, to fit CRT Ortho-K lens from Paragon, and dry eye disease from Dry Eye University
